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Absecon police are seeking the public's help after a man was found dead with signs of trauma lying in the shoulder of a local road.
Chief Christopher Kenny, a lifelong Lacey resident, spent 25 years in the department; three of which he served as chief.
The rhesus macaque was the last escapee from the Mississippi crash to be recovered. Instead of going back to the lab, he has a new home.
Gov. Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency and many school districts have delayed openings or are closed Tuesday.
A blast of Arctic air will bring three episodes of frigid temps and snow, according to the latest forecast.
It was the second of three top prizes in the scratch-off that started on Aug. 21, according to lottery officials.
With Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities filling the December calendar, the problem may be deciding which events to attend.
With Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities filling the December calendar, the problem may be deciding which events to attend.
With Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities filling the December calendar, the problem may be deciding which events to attend.
The two cows had just been delivered to Little Rascals Farm when they got loose, kicking off a three-day rescue mission.
Winter weather alerts have been issued in several NJ counties ahead of the Tuesday snowstorm.
Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Ocean City families.
Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Lacey families.
Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Berkeley families.
Saturday, Nov. 29, is a crucial day for independently owned local businesses in Ocean City.
Saturday, Nov. 29, is a crucial day for independently owned local businesses in Barnegat and Manahawkin.
Saturday, Nov. 29, is a crucial day for independently owned local businesses in Lacey.
Saturday, Nov. 29, is a crucial day for independently owned local businesses in Berkeley.
Need to grab something last minute? These grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving:
Need to grab something last minute? These grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving: